From Aug. 11 to midnight on Aug. 17, qualifying clothing and footwear will be exempt from Maryland’s sales tax. WBALTV.com has compiled a list of the items that are available and those that are exempt from the tax-free holiday.

Consumers are able to purchase clothing and footwear items, under $100, without having to worry about a tax.

The deal lasts from Sunday, Aug. 12 to Saturday, Aug. 18.

In Baltimore County, on Sunday the first 500 shoppers at Towson Town Center's customer service center got a special scratch-off game card with a chance to win more mall gift cards and prizes of up to $500.

Some accessory items like jewelry, scarves and ties are not included in tax-free week.

A bizarre situation is unfolding in Baltimore in which people are paying rent to a landlord who claims he's helping fill the need for affordable housing, but there are serious questions about the living conditions inside, as well as who actually owns the homes.